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IA HF247

IA HF247
A bill for an act exempting the sales price of honeybees from the state sales and use tax.(See HF 1004.)


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Introduced
02/06/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

91st General Assembly

Bill Summary

This bill exempts the sales price of honeybees from the state sales and use tax. By operation of Code section 423.6, an item exempt from the imposition of the sales tax is also exempt from the use tax imposed in Code section 423.5.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to add a new exemption to Iowa's state sales and use tax code, specifically exempting the sales price of honeybees from taxation. Currently, sales of honeybees are subject to the state sales tax, but this legislation would create a new tax exemption that would eliminate the sales tax on the purchase of honeybees. The bill amends Section 423.3 of the Iowa Code by adding a new subsection (numbered 111) that specifically excludes honeybees from being taxed when sold. This exemption could potentially benefit beekeepers, farmers, and agricultural businesses by reducing the cost of purchasing honeybees, which are important for pollination and honey production. The bill appears to be a targeted tax relief measure for those involved in beekeeping and agricultural industries.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 1004. (on 04/10/2025)

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